My Sister's Place

04/30/2026

Congratulations to Kelly Hatas and Jessica Stroh from Hocking Athens Perry Community Action for winning the Women of the Year Award through the Athens County Foundation. And many thanks to them both for choosing My Sister's Place as the beneficiary of the $500 grant associated with this award.

Kelly and Jessica, along with the Athens County Foundation and many other community members, are at the heart of the highly anticipated Sunset Shelter project. They have been working on creating a safe and compassionate space for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. We are proud to partner with these two dedicated women and join the ACF in honoring their work!

04/02/2026

We are honored to have received a grant through the Logan Holl Foundation that will support our Hocking clients with start up costs and emergency needs. Thank you, Foundation for Appalachian Ohio for entrusting us with these funds! It makes a big difference.

Barton A. Holl believed in showing up for his community in ways that made a real, lasting difference. The Logan-Holl Foundation Fund and the grants it awards each year carry his commitment forward.

This year, the fund has awarded nearly $40,000 – to meet urgent needs, to expand opportunities and to invest in the people and future of the Hocking County community he so dearly loved. Read about the 2026 grant recipients: www.tinyurl.com/LoganHoll26.



Hocking County Community Fund
Bowen House
Brighten Your Future
Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action
Hocking County Children's Chorus
Hocking Hills Children’s Museum
Hocking Hills Inspire Shelter
H.V.I
Logan-Hocking School District
My Sister's Place
Summer Children's Arts Experience
St John Logan Ohio

03/24/2026

Pat Smith was a longtime advocate with My Sister's Place, assisting hundreds of survivors of domestic violence with protection orders and guidance through the court system. Pat kept our staff laughing with her countless stories and trademark style, often ending an anecdote with, "It was comical."

Our staff had lunch with Pat just a couple of weeks before her passing. We'll miss her dearly. Thank you for your work, Pat!

GLOUSTER, Ohio – Patricia J. “Patty” Dixon Smith, 76, of Glouster passed away Wednesday March 11, 2026, at Kobacker House, Columbus. She was born on October 7, 1949, in Millfield.

11/13/2025

Each year, we provide holiday gifts for clients we have seen throughout the year. This year, we could use some help with gifts for adults. Are you a part of a group that is interested in giving back this holiday season? Get in touch with us at [email protected].

11/10/2025

Many thanks to the Athens Independent, Mary Reed, and the Athens County Foundation for this wonderful article featuring one of our clients.

The nonprofit offers shelter, counseling and support to survivors in Athens, Hocking and Vinton counties.

10/14/2025

My Sister's Place is hiring a part time therapist on a contract basis for 10-15 hours per week. Therapists are responsible for meeting with victims and survivors of domestic violence both in our shelter and in the community, providing diagnostic assessment, domestic violence education, and therapeutic interventions. Therapists work on a clinical team that provides holistic support to our clients. A masters degree in a mental health related field and licensure by the CSWMFT board is preferred.

If you are interested in applying, send a resume and cover letter, or questions, to [email protected]

A domestic abuse support agency serving Athens, Hocking, and Vinton Counties. More than a place. 24/7 hotline support, outreach counseling, emergency shelter, court advocacy, and more. Get the help you need.

06/18/2025

Please note that the Village Bakery is no longer a drop off point for donations for our agency. If you would like to donate, call our hotline at 1-800-443-3402. We are currently only taking items from our wishlist.

Current NeedsPlease note that items with an * next to them must be new and in original packaging.Also note that items in CAPS are an URGENT NEED. IMMEDIATE NEEDS(super urgent items are in bold)Kitchen size trash bagsLaundry detergent (unscented)Toilet PaperPaper TowelBluetooth ear budspillows (new...

05/09/2025

We are thrilled to receive a $20,000 grant from Sisters Health Foundation to support the salary of our shelter case manager.

"Guided by its vision of “healthy people in healthy communities,” the Sisters Health Foundation supports efforts that promote and address healthy eating, active living; thriving neighborhoods; and mental health and addiction in the Mid-Ohio Valley. Established in 1996, the Sisters Health Foundation continues and expands the health ministry of the Congregation of St. Joseph."

Thank you!

Founded in 1996, Sisters Health Foundation champions health with over $21.7M in grants. Continuing St. Joseph’s legacy.

04/11/2025

We are thrilled to be a recipient of a grant through the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio that will assist Hocking County clients with start up costs as they transition into their own homes!

A decades-long legacy of giving continues in Hocking County!

Barton A. Holl founded the Logan-Holl Foundation in 1968 to ensure his legacy of funding projects that benefit the people of the city of Logan and Hocking County would continue beyond his lifetime. This week, we joined the Logan-Holl Foundation Fund representatives in announcing the fund’s 2025 grant recipients.

Read about the 12 projects and programs awarded funding to create opportunities and fill needs throughout Hocking County: www.tinyurl.com/LoganHoll25.



Hocking County Community Fund
First Presbyterian Church Of Logan
FosterHub
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action
Hocking County Emergency Medical Services
Hocking Hills Children’s Museum
Hocking Hills Inspire Shelter
inspiHER Girls Leadership Foundation
Logan-Hocking School District
Bowen House
My Sister's Place
Washington Twp. Volunteer Fire Department
St John Logan Ohio

04/02/2025

A recent op-ed from our executive director, regarding the true economic cost of domestic violence.

For Athens County, the economic cost domestic violence inflicts comes to more than $6.1 million a year.